We invested $456 million in new and existing stores, returned $95 million in quarterly dividends to our shareholders, and repurchased $29 million of common stock. Our total cash and investments nearly doubled over the prior year, increasing $745 million to $1.5 billion.
A bowl filled with okra in a market. Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a digestive disorder that affects about 20 percent of adults in the United States, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disorders.
Okra is a very good source of fiber, including soluble fiber, which has many health benefits, including to colon health, blood sugar, and cardiovascular benefits. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese, a very good source of folate, and a good source of magnesium, potassium, vitamin B6, and thiamin.